Hearing Loss & COVID-19
Over the past year and a half, doctors have learned a lot about the long-term complications associated with COVID-19, including heart damage, lung issues and neurological disorders. Early research indicates that developing hearing loss may also result from this infection. Development of Hearing Loss While not part of the initial list of COVID-19 symptoms, new…
Protect Your Ears This Summer
Summer is now in full swing. This means that like many of us, you are spending your time with friends and family down at Town Centre Park or gathering around the grill to line up for a hot dog. Summer also means that now more than ever you are at risk of ear damage caused…
How to Avoid Ear Pain on Airplanes
Whether you’re in business class traveling for work or in coach with your family on your way to vacation, there’s one unpleasant thing everyone experiences when taking off from Richmond International Airport. And no, it’s not airplane food; it’s ear pain and pressure. Below we review what causes this discomfort and how to find relief….
Is Untreated Hearing Loss Costing You Money?
Deciding against treating your hearing loss can put your mental, physical and emotional health at risk. But did you know that choosing not to seek help can actually be costing you your hard-earned money? Higher Health Care Costs Associated with Hearing Loss According to a 2016 study published in JAMA Otolaryngology – Head & Neck…
Tinnitus Sleep Strategies
Getting the recommended seven to eight hours of sleep a night is hard for most adults, but those with tinnitus have an added roadblock. Not only can the ringing in the ears keep you awake, but the added anxiety and stress from the tinnitus can also make falling and staying asleep more complicated. Below are…
Exercises to Keep Your Hearing Sharp
While you may not be in any rush to get back to the gym during this global pandemic, that doesn’t mean you cannot exercise at home. In addition to keeping your mind and body fit, did you know there are exercises designed specifically for your hearing? Below is an outline of exercises you can do…
What You Need to Know About Hearing Aid Repair
Hearing aids are designed to be tough. But even the most rugged electronic devices can be affected by normal wear and tear over their lifetime. Simple repairs can help extend the life of your hearing aids and continue providing you with a connection to the hearing world. Common Reasons for Hearing Aid Repairs Below are…
How Is Tinnitus Measured?
Tinnitus is the perception of a ringing, roaring, hissing, whistling, buzzing, pulsing or whooshing sound with no external source. It’s common to experience tinnitus at some point in your life – usually after a period of intense noise exposure, like attending a concert – but for some, it is persistent and bothersome. Tinnitus can occur…
Helping Your Child Through Their Hearing Loss
Whether your child has been recently diagnosed or was born with hearing loss, now is the time to do something about it. Making the right decisions for your child now can have a lasting impact on their success later in life. Understanding the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) Program The EHDI program was created…
Does Hearing Loss Increase Depression?
When you can’t hear well, communicating with others can become challenging, and this often leads to social isolation and feelings of loneliness. Understanding how damaging untreated hearing loss can be on your mental health may prompt you to seek treatment faster. Available Research Numerous researchers are working on identifying the connection between untreated hearing loss…